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Business Development Manager professionals on AutomateAmerica
$122-$217/hr
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+6%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics job growth outlook through 2034
What does a Business Development Manager do?
A Business Development Manager is the person who hunts for new customers and new ways to make money. They walk plants, work the phones, fly to trade shows, and figure out which prospects are real before handing them to sales. You'd find them at automation integrators, machine builders, and industrial suppliers — the people whose job it is to fill the funnel so the engineers stay busy.
Business development managers identify, qualify, and close strategic growth opportunities — new customers, channel partners, distribution agreements, joint ventures, adjacent markets. They build pipeline through outbound outreach, conferences, referrals, inbound triage, run MEDDIC qualification, negotiate commercial terms, and own the account post-close.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlook: +6% employment growth projected through 2034 (median annual wage $135,160). See the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
BLS projects ~6% growth through 2034 with median pay over $135K and top-decile BD in tech/industrial/finance earning $250-400K+ with variable. Reshoring, energy transition, and AI-enabled outbound (Apollo, Clay, AI SDR) reshaping the function: senior BD combining domain expertise with modern revtech outperform legacy sales-rep paths.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire Business Development Manager contractors on Automate America?
Post your contract on the Post Your Opportunity page. Verified Business Development Manager contractors will respond with availability and rates within hours. You select the best match and contract directly — marketplace and automation service company.
What does a Business Development Manager contractor cost per hour?
Hourly rates on Automate America are set by the Business Development Manager contractor based on experience, geography, and project scope. The platform stat block above shows the live average from recent contracts. For reference, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median annual wage near $135,160 for this occupation (see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent year). Specialized work commands 25-50% premium over the median.
Are Business Development Manager contractors available for onsite, hybrid, or remote work?
Yes. Automate America connects Business Development Manager contractors for onsite (any U.S. or Canada location), hybrid, and fully remote work. Specify your preference when you post the contract. You can also browse verified professionals by location before posting.
How fast can I find a Business Development Manager contractor?
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All Business Development Manager contractors on Automate America have verified profiles, documented work history, validated skill sets, and reviews from prior customers. You can also request references, prior-work samples, and certification proof directly before signing.
Can I browse Business Development Manager contractors before posting a contract?
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